Open-Kitchen Italian Chef — Fast-Paced, Career Growth

Zizzi Restaurants; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

Earned wage access (Stream)

Discounts on travel, cinema & brands

24/7 Virtual GP and EAP

Career development opportunities

Flexible hours

Minimum-hour contract

Job summary

Zizzi Restaurants in the United Kingdom is looking for an experienced Chef to be the heart of our open kitchen, turning dough into dishes and delivering al dente pasta with speed and pride.

You will work as part of a high-energy team, uphold food safety, and grow through career development opportunities, flexible hours, and benefits including free meals, earned wage access, discounts, 24/7 Virtual GP, and a minimum-hour contract.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Familiar with Italian ingredients and menu mastery.
• Ability to work under pressure and keep standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook our menu to spec in a busy, high-energy open kitchen where our guests can see the magic happen.
• Take absolute pride in the quality of every dish that leaves your section, ensuring it turns heads every time.
• Master our menu and specs inside and out so service remains fast and consistent during busy rushes.
• Maintain a spotless kitchen and follow all food safety procedures to the highest standard.
• Work closely with the rest of your team to keep the kitchen running smoothly and the energy high.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Italian ingredients

Team player

Job description

Zizzi Restaurants in the United Kingdom is looking for an experienced Chef to be the heart of our open kitchen, turning dough into dishes and delivering al dente pasta with speed and pride.

You will work as part of a high-energy team, uphold food safety, and grow through career development opportunities, flexible hours, and benefits including free meals, earned wage access, discounts, 24/7 Virtual GP, and a minimum-hour contract.